What to Buy > Tech Deals > 11 Must-Have iPhone Accessories for 2025 Our favorite ways to juice up an Apple smartphone By Jon Martindale Jon Martindale Writer Jon Martindale has been a feature tech writer for more than 10 years. He's written for publications such as Digital Trends, KitGuru, and ITProPortal. lifewire's editorial guidelines and Kaylyn McKenna Kaylyn McKenna Writer San Francisco State University Kaylyn McKenna is a writer and reviewer specializing in tech accessories who reviews charging devices and batteries for Lifewire. She also covers consumer and business tech accessibility. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on January 13, 2025 We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Andrew Hayward / Lifewire In This Article View All In This Article AirPods Pro iPhone 16 Case iPhone 15 Case Screen Protector MagSafe-Compatible Phone Grip AirTags 20W USB-C Power Adapter MagSafe Charger Wireless Charging Dock 140W USB-C Power Adapter USB-C Power Cable Whether you have the latest iPhone or an older model that needs a boost, buying the right accessories is the key to staying connected and entertained with a full battery. Here are some of the best iPhone accessories you can buy for travel and every day. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Water-Resistant Earbuds Amazon $249 $189 at Amazon Apple's AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) are highly rated to resist dust, sweat, and water, making them a fine poolside companion. It doesn't hurt that they also sound great and block out distracting noise, allowing you to hear your favorite songs, podcasts, and audiobooks. Apple AirPods 4 Review Apple AirPods Max (2024) Review Caseology Parallax Mag for iPhone 16 Caseology $19 at Amazon This MagSafe-compatible case comes in three colors and is designed specifically for the iPhone 16's new design and button layout. It's also compatible with the iPhone 16 Pro series. OtterBox Defender Series XT for MagSafe Case (iPhone 15, 14, 13) Amazon $70 $42 at Amazon The OtterBox Defender XT for MagSafe keeps your iPhone secure and safe from drops. (This version protects the iPhone 15, 14, and 13.) It's also MagSafe-compatible. The Best OtterBox Cases for Your iPhone Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector Amazon $35 $19 at Amazon Nobody wants a cracked smartphone screen. This Spigen tempered glass screen protector preserves the screen's brightness, clarity, and responsiveness while keeping it safe. It offers multi-layer protection with 9H tempered glass, an OCA layer, silicone resin, a PET base, and an anti-dust nano-coating. PopSockets Phone Grip Compatible with MagSafe Amazon $30 at Amazon PopSockets are small attachments that can easily stick to your phone or phone case to act as a grip or stand. You can flatten them out when not in use and pop the accordion-style socket out when you want to use it as a stand or grip. Accessories on the back of your iPhone or phone case can interfere with wireless MagSafe charging. However, this MagSafe-compatible PopSockets phone grip uses built-in magnets instead of adhesive and can quickly be snapped on and off for wireless charging. Apple AirTag 4 Pack Amazon $99 $73 at Amazon If you want to know where your stuff is at all times, adding an Apple AirTag is a great way to do it. Regardless of where you are or what you’re doing, you can look up where your tags are. If they’re attached to something or hidden in something – like your luggage or backpack – you’ll know where that is, too. You can purchase these little devices individually but save a lot by getting the multi-pack. Their replaceable battery lasts up to a year. Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter Amazon $19 $17 at Amazon This power adaptor significantly accelerates recharging speed. Although faster chargers are available, if you're only charging your iPhone, this is more than fast enough. You'll still need a compatible USB cable or MagSafe charger, but this power adapter will charge your smartphone as quickly as possible. Apple MagSafe Charger Amazon $39 $30 at Amazon An extra iPhone charger is always a good idea, so consider snagging this MagSafe charger while it's on sale. This Apple MagSafe charger can wirelessly charge Apple iPhones and AirPods models with a wireless charging case. The aligned magnets attach to your iPhone to keep it in place while charging. It's compatible with the iPhone 16 series and provides fast charging up to 25W when you use a 30W or 35W power adapter. The MagSafe magnetic alignment works with iPhone 12 and newer models (including Plus, Pro, and Pro Max versions), but it can charge the iPhone 8 and any later version. Belkin 2-in-1 MagSafe Wireless Charging Dock Amazon $130 $120 at Amazon This 2-in-1 MagSafe charging dock lets you keep your iPhone, AirPods, or Apple Watch charged while positioning your phone for easy viewing. It can charge two compatible devices simultaneously, with 15W of fast charging power for iPhones and 5W for your Apple Watch or MagSafe-compatible AirPods case. It is compatible with the Apple iPhone 12 and newer. The charging dock supports StandBy Mode and can securely hold your phone at an adjustable angle, so you can use it as a bedside clock or watch YouTube videos while you fall asleep. It has a non-slip weighted base and 60% post-consumer recycled materials for a sturdy and sustainable charging option. Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter Amazon $99 $90 at Amazon If you want one charger for any Apple device, this 140W Apple power adapter is all you need. With such a monstrous power rating, it can charge laptops, tablets, smartphones, and everything else. It'll do it fast, too, maxing out any device's charge speed, as few even support 100W, let alone 140W. For those who can fully take advantage, this adapter will charge them extra quickly—most MacBooks can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes. Belkin BoostCharge USB-C Power Cable Amazon $15 at Amazon A good charging adaptor needs a suitable charging cable, and Belkin's 240W BoostCharge USB-C Power Cable is a great choice. It can handle most of your Apple devices (and other USB-C gadgets). Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit